Sagar Wankhede
About Sagar Wankhede
Sagar Wankhede serves as a Shift Incharge at Gharada Chemicals Limited in Chiplun, India, where he has worked since 2018. He manages a team of 30 personnel, oversees safety protocols, and has experience in process transitions from lab to plant scale.
Work at Gharda Chemicals
Sagar Wankhede has been serving as Shift Incharge at Gharda Chemicals Limited (GSRF) since 2018. His role involves overseeing shift operations in the Chiplun area of India. He is responsible for managing a team of 30 personnel, demonstrating leadership and team management skills. Wankhede is actively involved in projects from the feasibility stage to commercial execution, focusing on transitioning processes from laboratory to plant scale. He has implemented the 5S methodology to enhance workplace efficiency and organization.
Education and Expertise
Sagar Wankhede completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering at K.K. Wagh Institute of Engineering Education and Research, Nashik, from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, he earned a Diploma in Chemical Engineering from S.M.I.T. Jalgaon, studying from 2010 to 2013. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles, which he applies in his current role.
Background
Before joining Gharda Chemicals, Sagar Wankhede worked as a Junior Production Executive at Benzo Chem Industries Pvt. Ltd. in Jalgaon from 2016 to 2018. This experience contributed to his understanding of production processes and operational management within the chemical industry. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing in the field of chemical engineering.
Achievements in Safety Management
In his role as Shift Incharge, Sagar Wankhede acts as an incident controller during silent hours, managing emergencies and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. He is experienced in chlorine leakage arresting and the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) systems. Wankhede possesses knowledge in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP), which are critical for safety management in chemical operations.
Emergency Response and Compliance
Sagar Wankhede serves as a firefighter during emergency situations, contributing to plant safety and emergency response efforts. He is responsible for approving hot work and height work permits in the absence of the plant manager and deputies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, he ensures adherence to environmental protection codes and statutory requirements related to emissions and plant hygiene.